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Self-Compassion: Give Yourself (& Your Kids) A Break! (Episode 104)
Kim Fredrickson, author and therapist of over 30 years explains self-compassion.
One of the hardest things for parents, and especially moms, to do is give themselves a break. When life is busy and stressful, as it always is, when you make mistakes, when you just don’t know what to do–self-compassion is what’s needed most. But how do we learn to practice self-kindness, self-love, and self-compassion? And how can we extend that compassion, and teach it to, our children? Dr. Hibbert welcomes guest Kim Fredrickson, author of Give Yourself a Break and Give Your Kids a Break, licensed marriage and family therapist of 30+ years, and true survivor in every sense of the word (www.kimfredrickson.com). Together, they share the secrets to living with self-compassion and the tools for teaching your children how to be kind, forgiving, and compassionate to themselves, too. Then, visit “Practicing Self-Compassion: How to Give Yourself A Break” for more (www.drchristinahibbert.com/practicing-…elf-a-break).
Avoiding & Overcoming Self-Sabotage in Parenthood (Episode 103)
Nicole Woodcox Bolden, LSW, from http://www.thrivingwithbaby.com.
Self-sabotage: as parents, we all do it. We stand in our own way, make things emotionally harder for ourselves, fail to forgive our parenting mistakes, and too often forget our all-important self-care. Why are we so hard on ourselves as mothers and parents, and what can we do to identify and change self-sabotaging tendencies? Dr. Christina Hibbert and guest, mental health clinician and doula Nicole Woodcox Bolden, LSW (http://www.thrivingwithbaby.com), share enlightening insights on how we all exhibit self-sabotaging behaviors from time to time, how to recognize these destructive patterns, and tools to help us avoid and overcome them. Then, visit Dr. Hibbert’s article, “Avoiding & Overcoming Self-Sabotage in Parenthood” for more ideas to keep you self-sabotage-free!
Keeping the Passion Alive–Sexual Intimacy for Flourishing Relationships (Episode 102)
When you’re “mom,” intimacy can easily fall by the wayside. Too many people need you, you don’t feel sexy, and if one more person touches you, you just might lose it! Most marriages and partnerships experience challenges keeping the passion alive over the years, and especially in parenthood. A healthy sex life is important to healthy intimate relationships, however; so, what can you do to reignite the flame, or keep it burning, when motherhood feels like it’s taking over? I’m talking with therapist and author of “Before I Do,” Olivia Baylor, LCPC (www.LifeRevisions.com), about how to redefine intimacy and connection, identify your physical and emotional needs, and help yourself and your partner get those needs met to keep the sexual fires burning and your relationships strong and flourishing! (Parents: Because of the “intimate” nature of today’s episode, you may wish to keep the kids away as you listen!) Please visit my article, “Couples & Romantic Love: 9 Ways to Build Intimacy in Relationships” for more.
Family Relationships: Chaos, Love & Skills to Strengthen (Episode 101)
From left to right, my cousin Eden Koenig, my aunt Christina Anderson, and my cousin, Hilary Anderson, talking with me about the craziness of family relationships, and the skills to make things better. Be sure to check out their adorable baby clothing line on Etsy, Neo’s Nook!
Family can be chaotic, loving, and everything in between. From interactions between siblings, to parent-child relations, to parenting adult children, to family-of-origin relationships, yes, navigating family relationships can be complex. Today, I’m talking with some very special guests–my aunt Christina Anderson, and cousins Hilary Anderson and Eden Koenig about family relationships, sibling rivalry, common challenges, and how to navigate those challenges in ways that strengthen us, our children, and our family unit as a whole. With 11 children in their family of origin (6 biological and 5 adopted, including many foster children over the years), these ladies know what they’re talking about! Then, be sure to visit Christina & Eden’s adorable baby clothing line, Neo’s Nook, on Etsy and pass it on! And for more on surviving holiday relationships, visit my blog post, “Holiday Stress Relationship Survival Guide“.
Mastering Motherhood, Best Advice Ever- 100th Episode!
Motherhood is celebrating its 100th episode! Join me, Dr. Christina Hibbert, as I talk with some of our favorite past guest experts about their best advice for moms EVER about how to “master” motherhood, including why mastery of motherhood is possible, how to manage energy, parenting skills advice, best ways to improve self-care, and more. Get your pen and paper ready to take notes! Then, be part of my “Mastery of Motherhood” book project by taking the M.O.M. survey and sharing your stories/experiences at www.MasteryOfMotherhood.com! A HUGE thank you to all of today’s incredible guests and especially to all you fabulous mom listeners who’ve made these 100 episodes possible. Here’s to 100 more! www.drchristinahibbert.com